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Planning to import or manufacture watches for sale in the United States? In this guide, we explain what you must know about regulations, safety standards, and marking requirements for watches, children’s watches, and watch straps.
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Plumbing Fixture Regulations in the European Union: An Overview
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Plumbing fixtures imported or manufactured for sale in the European Union are subject to the Construction Products Regulation, REACH, and various other regulations and directives. These, in turn, set requirements concerning substances, labelling, documentation, and testing.
This guide explains how different directives, regulations, and standards apply to plumbing fixtures sold in the EU.
Examples of plumbing fixtures
- Taps
- Fittings
- Mixing valves
- Kitchen sinks
- Bidets
- Water closets
- Urinals
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Wrist Watch Regulations and Labeling in the European Union: An Overview
Posted on — 17 CommentsWrist watches imported and manufactured for sale in the European Union are subject to various regulations and directives. These cover product safety, substance restrictions, documentation, labelling, and testing. In this guide, we take a closer look at the requirements that apply to quartz watches, children’s watches, and automatic watches.
In addition, we also explain some of the most serious safety risks associated with wrist watches, including choking hazards, button cell batteries, and harmful substances in watch materials and components.
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Product Compliance Requirements for TikTok Shop Sellers
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Selling products on TikTok requires compliance with the applicable regulations and standards in the country or market where these are made available. In this guide, we take a closer look at the TikTok product policy and how these relate to product safety and compliance for sellers in the United States, the European Union, and other markets.
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Product Standards in the European Union: A Complete Guide
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Ensuring compliance with EU regulations and directives requires compliance with applicable product standards. That being said, navigating the maze of harmonised and other standards in the EU can be a daunting task. In this guide, we explain what manufacturers and importers selling in the EU must know about the different types of standards and how these can be implemented in practice.
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Product Standards in the United States: A Complete Guide
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Ensuring that your product complies with ASTM, UL, or other standards is essential when selling products in the United States. In this guide, we explain what importers and manufacturers must know about different types of standards, how to implement them in practice, and much more.
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Solar Panel Regulations in the United States: An Overview
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Solar panels sold in the United States need to comply with various standards and regulations, including requirements that cover labeling, documentation, and testing.
This guide explains how UL and ASTM standards, as well as FCC Part 15 and other requirements, apply to solar panels sold in the United States.
Note: This guide focuses solely on compliance requirements for solar panels, also referred to as solar modules or photovoltaic modules. It does not cover broader solar or photovoltaic systems, which may include components such as battery packs, inverters, and more.
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Fishing Gear Regulations in the European Union: An Overview
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Fishing gear is subject to several requirements in the European Union. For example, the Single-Use Plastics Directive aims at reducing the impact of fishing nets and other products on the environment. Conversely, the REACH Regulation restricts several harmful substances in fishing cages and similar articles.
This guide explains how regulations such as the ones mentioned above apply to fishing gear in the European Union, by setting extended producer responsibility, testing, labelling, and other requirements.
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Bisphenol A (BPA) Regulations in the European Union: An Overview
Posted on — Leave a commentBisphenol A (BPA) is used to enhance the durability of plastics and can be found in food contact materials, toys, and other plastic products. The downside is that Bisphenol A also have a negative health impact, which is why the substance is subject to bans and restrictions in the European Union.
This guide explains how regulations such as the Use of Bisphenol A in FCM Regulation (EU) 2024/3190 and the Toy Safety Directive restrict the use of Bisphenol A.
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Solar Panel Regulations in the European Union: An Overview
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Solar panels imported or manufactured in the European Union are subject to various regulations, directives and standards. Ensuring compliance requires that the solar panels meet certain technical requirements. In addition, solar panels must be correctly labelled, documented, and tested.
This guide explains how requirements from regulations and directives, such as the General Product Safety Regulation and the Low Voltage Directive, apply to solar panels sold in the European Union.
Note: This guide only covers solar panels (also referred to as “solar modules” or “photovoltaic modules”). It does not cover the entire solar or photovoltaic system, which may contain components such as frames, battery packs, and inverters.
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